A Fall Chill Is Moving In On Your Orlando Vacation

Nothing can cool off an Orlando vacation like a little bit of ice, and this fall, ICEBAR Orlando is plunging into Orlando’s hip entertainment scene with 50 tons of the stuff. ICEBAR Orlando is the first ever permanent all-ice exhibit to hit the Orlando vacation circuit, and it is sure to become an Orlando hotspot in no time.

ICEBAR Orlando is made entirely of ice – 50 tons of ice. The walls, tables, chairs, bars and sculptures are solid ice. And it’s cold. ICEBAR Orlando will maintain a temperature of below-freezing 27 degrees Fahrenheit. What could be more refreshing during your hot Orlando vacation?

At 1000 square feet, ICEBAR Orlando is the largest permanent ice bar in the whole country. It is the first of its kind anywhere in the southeast, and it should be a must see on all Orlando vacation lists.

Here’s how the ICEBAR Orlando experience works:

First, make a reservation for your 45-minute ICEBAR Orlando expedition. Arrive early so you can hang out in the super hip Chill Lounge, a brand new 4000 square foot Nordic style bar that serves as the fabulously unique entrance to ICEBAR Orlando.

When your ICEBAR Orlando reservation time rolls around, you will be provided with a designer cape, thermal for the utmost warmth, and gloves to keep you cozy during your 45-minute frozen treat. If you’re over 21 years old, a delicious premium vodka cocktail comes with admission, and it is delightfully served in an glass made of – you guessed it, ice. (Under agers get an icy drink too, just without the vodka.)

Once your drink is frozen in hand, you are free to explore this icy wonderland. Sit on an ice-chair, chill at an ice table and admire some spectacular ice sculptures. Your timed ICEBAR Orlando expedition will be the adventure of a lifetime, and when your time is up, you can enjoy a few more drinks and live entertainment at the Chill Lounge.

ICEBAR Orlando is located on International Drive. Formerly known as the Glo Lounge, the totally chill and completely renovated ICEBAR Orlando officially opens on October 1. Admission to ICEBAR Orlando starts at $35 per person, and don’t forget that includes a premium vodka drink for anyone over 21. Reservations are required. There is no admission charge or reservation required for the Chill Lounge.

Good Times After Dark at Universal Orlando Resort

The Universal Orlando Resort is one of the most unique vacation destinations in Orlando for daytime fun during your Orlando vacation, Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure are both worth a visit. And when it comes time to buy your theme park tickets, DWTickets.com is your one-stop-shop for discount Universal tickets.

After you get your cheap tickets at DWTickets.com and spend the day frolicking in one of the theme parks at the Universal Orlando Resort, you don’t have to go home! Just walk over the bridge to Universal CityWalk and a whole new playground opens up before your eyes. This full service entertainment complex has treats for every taste: fine dining, live music, themed restaurants and bars and specialty shops you won’t find anyplace else in Orlando.

The bars and clubs are great…if you’re 21 or older. But when you’re here with the family and still want to enjoy the night life, you will not be lost at CityWalk. In fact, some of the most popular bars are open to all ages and great meals are part of their entertainment package.

Modeled after the original, CityWalk’s version of Pat O’Briens is an “authentic reproduction” of its sister bar in New Orleans. You will know you’re on vacation as you suck down your famous “Hurricane” cocktail and cheer on your favorite dueling piano player. If you’re lucky, you might even get to hobnob with the bigwigs on the 4,000 square-foot Patio where you can bask in the ambience of the famous “Flaming Fountain.”

Every Orlando vacation should be laid back, and no place embodies that spirit more than Jimmy Buffet’s® Margaritaville®, where masterpieces by Florida’s favorite son come to life in every nook and cranny. From its three bars – The Volcano Bar, Land Shark Bar and 12-Volt Bar – to the themed food and drinks – A Cheeseburger in Paradise, and of course, a variety of Margarita choices – to the nightly live music – you will get into the “Margaritaville State of Mind” in no time.

CityWalk is a party paradise for all ages, and the fun food and luscious libations are sure to spice up your Orlando vacation. Before you head out to party and play, though, make sure your first stop is at DWTickets.com. We are the best place in town for all of your discount ticket needs.

Universal CityWalk vs Pleasure Island

If you are visiting either the Walt Disney World Resort or the Universal Orlando Resort in Central Florida on your next vacation you already know that you wont have to go far to find fun and entertainment. But, did you know that nighttime entertainment is also right around the corner at both theme park complexes? While you can always head to downtown Orlando to check out the nightlife, you don’t have to take the drive up Interstate 4 to access some of the best bars and clubs in the area, as Universal’s CityWalk and Disney’s Pleasure Island both feature nightly entertainment that will get you in the mood to party any time!

Downtown Disney Pleasure Island and CityWalk may sound very similar, and while it’s true that the two do have a lot in common, it is also important to point out the differences between them. First of all, Pleasure Island may have opened first, but rumor has it that CityWalk was actually in development about five years prior to either of the two nighttime developments’ arrival in Central Florida. Another major factor to point out is that Pleasure Island is just a small component of the family-friendly Downtown Disney complex while CityWalk caters more to adults with more hip and contemporary club and bar options than its Disney counterpart.

Among the establishments you will encounter at CityWalk are the Red Coconut Club, the newest venture that sits atop CityWalk, the groove – a dance club with a different theme each night – or Pat O’Brien’s, a re-creation of New Orleans’ favorite watering hole. Or, if you are looking to ‘waste away in Margaritaville,’ head on over to Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville, one of more than 10 restaurants situated at CityWalk. While some, like Jimmy Buffet’s, are themed restaurants, you also have upscale choices like Emeril’s Restaurant Orlando to choose from at CityWalk.

Downtown Disney Pleasure Island, on the other hand, features clubs and bars that each have a distinct theme. So, if it’s 80’s music you are into or the top 40 hits of today, there is a club to suit your fancy. With a new Irish pub, Pleasure Island’s first watering hole of its kind, PI (as it is commonly referred to) really does have something for everyone, from live music to even a comedy warehouse for a more low-key evening on the town. Pleasure Island sits in the midst of the Downtown Disney West Side, which is home to more trendy restaurants (House of Blues Orlando) and shops, and the Downtown Disney Marketplace, which is where you will find most families doing their souvenir shopping.

As we discussed earlier, however, there are many similarities between the two nighttime districts. Both have deals where you can purchase admission into all of the clubs for one price, although CityWalk’s is cheaper than Pleasure Island by almost $10. Universal also offers the CityWalk Party Pass and a Movie, which gives you admission into everything with the addition of a movie that evening as well. Both places also have a big-name show on their premises, as the world-famous Blue Man Group (CityWalk) and Cirque du Soleil (Downtown Disney) have chosen Central Florida as a permanent home.

Whether you are planning on visiting Universal’s CityWalk or Disney’s Pleasure Island, however, it is important to remember DWTickets.com in your vacation planning. Not only do we offer discounted theme park tickets, but we also have discounted ticket prices to Blue Man Group, Cirque du Soleil and Pleasure Island. So no matter what kind of entertainment you are looking for, day or night, DWTickets.com can help you enjoy it for less!